Answer Questions Based on the Case Study "Timothy" Information Below

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Multiple Choice

Answer questions based on the case study "Timothy" information below.
Timothy is a 20-year-old male college student who has a normal body weight but does not engage in regular physical activity.He ate the following in 1 day: sausage and egg McMuffin,Diet Coke,chocolate chip cookies,double cheeseburger,super-sized French fries,apple pie,more Diet Coke,sausage and pepperoni pizza,and more Diet Coke.
-Diet analysis of Timothy's diet showed that his fatty acid profile was 22% saturated fatty acids (SFA) ,9% monounsaturated fatty acids (MUFA) ,and 2% polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA) .What's wrong with this profile?

• A)It indicates a possible deficiency of essential fatty acids.
• B)It indicates an unhealthy excess of SFAs and risk for heart disease.
• C)It indicates an unhealthy excess of MUFAs and risk for heart disease.
• D)A and B
• E)A,B,and C

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